RRB Station Master Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released CEN 08/2026 for the post of Station Master (Pay Level 6) with 1,265 vacancies across 21 RRBs.
| RRB Station Master 2026 Overview | |
|---|---|
| Details | Information |
| Notification No. | CEN 08/2026 |
| Conducting Body | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) |
| Posts | Station Master |
| Total Vacancies | 1,265 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 20 to 33 Years |
| Official Notification | English - Hindi |
| Official Website | www.rrbapply.gov.in |
RRB Station Master 2026 Important Dates
The indicative notice was published on 24 October 2026. Online applications are open from 27 October to 25 November 2026 (23:59 hrs).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Application End Date | 25 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2026 |
| Modification Window | 28 November to 7 December 2026 |
| CBT Exam | To be announced |
RRB Station Master Vacancy 2026
A total of 1,265 vacancies are notified for the Station Master post across 21 RRBs. The category-wise details are given in the table below.
| Details | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 542 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 104 |
| OBC-NCL | 296 |
| EWS | 147 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,265 |
Vacancies are provisional and may change. See the full RRB Station Master Vacancy page for RRB-wise and zone-wise details.
RRB Station Master Selection Process 2026
The selection for Station Master has four stages. You first clear the CBT, then the aptitude test (CBAT), and the final merit list is made from both. Read the full details on the RRB Station Master Selection Process page.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Single Stage CBT | 100 questions, 120 minutes, 1/3 negative marking. Candidates equal to 8 times the vacancies (RRB-wise) are shortlisted for the CBAT. |
| Stage 2: CBAT | Minimum T-Score of 42 in each test battery for all categories. No negative marking. |
| Final Merit | 70% weightage to CBT marks and 30% weightage to CBAT marks |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Candidates equal to the number of vacancies (RRB-wise) are called as per merit and zone preference |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination | Medical Standard A-2 |
RRB Station Master Eligibility Criteria 2026
To apply for Station Master you need a graduation degree, must be within the age limit, and must meet the A-2 medical standard. Check the full RRB Station Master Eligibility Criteria page for age relaxation and medical details.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate Degree from a recognised university or its equivalent, obtained on or before 25 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | 20 to 33 years as on 1 January 2027 |
| Age Relaxation | OBC-NCL: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, Ex-Servicemen and other categories as per the notification |
| Nationality | Citizen of India (certain candidates from Nepal, Bhutan and persons of Indian origin need a Certificate of Eligibility) |
| Medical Standard | A-2 |
| LASIK / Eye Surgery | Candidates who have undergone LASIK or any other surgery to correct refractive error are not eligible |
| PwBD Candidates | Post is not suitable for any benchmark disability category |
RRB Station Master Salary 2026
Station Master is a Level 6 post under the 7th CPC. The initial pay is Rs. 35,400. During the prescribed training period, only a stipend is paid as applicable.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Station Master |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level 6 |
| Initial Pay | Rs. 35,400 |
RRB Station Master Syllabus 2026
The CBT has 100 questions of 1 mark each, and 1/3 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. The main subjects are listed below. See the topic-wise details on the RRB Station Master Syllabus page.
- Basic Science and Mathematics - 30 questions
- Data Analysis and Interpretation - 30 questions
- Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension - 20 questions
- Mental Reasoning - 20 questions
RRB Station Master Application Fee 2026
The fee must be paid online through net banking, debit/credit card or UPI. Service charges are borne by the candidate.
| Category | Fee | Refund on Appearing in CBT |
|---|---|---|
| All other candidates (UR / OBC-NCL / EWS / Male) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 400 (after deducting bank charges) |
| Female / Transgender / Ex-Servicemen / SC / ST / Minorities / EBC | Rs. 250 | Rs. 250 (after deducting bank charges) |
How to Apply for RRB Station Master 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Go to the official RRB website (rrb.indianrailways.gov.in) and open the application link on rrbapply.gov.in.
- Create an account with your own mobile number and email ID, or log in if you already have an account from a 2024, 2025 or 2026 RRB notification.
- Choose one RRB and fill in your details, zone preferences and exam language.
- Capture your live photograph, upload your signature (and the SC/ST certificate if you want the free travel pass) and submit the application.
- Pay the fee online by 27 November 2026 and keep your registration number safe.
RRB Station Master 2026 Other Important Information
- Apply to only one RRB. Applying to more than one RRB, or more than once, leads to rejection of all applications and debarment.
- The choice of RRB and the details entered in the Create an Account form cannot be changed. Other details can be corrected from 28 November to 7 December 2026 by paying Rs. 250 for each modification.
- The signature must be in running handwriting (not capital letters), in JPG/JPEG format, 30 KB to 49 KB, minimum 140 x 60 pixels at 100 DPI.
- The SC/ST certificate for the free travel pass must be a PDF below 400 KB.
- All candidates must submit the vision certificate (Annexure VI or VI-A) on the CBAT exam day.
- Helpline: rrb.help@csc.gov.in, 9592001188 / 01725653333 (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).